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[September 7, 2011] Videos, articles, interviews, sermons and social media remembrances and conversations are the offerings from the Episcopal Church marking the 10th Anniversary of September 11. “September 11 profoundly changed our country and our people,” noted Anne Rudig, director of communication. “While the anniversary is a sad moment to mark, it also opened windows…

Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori has commented on today’s earthquake and damage to Washington National Cathedral: The earthquake which struck the east coast today is a reminder of the continuing evolution of this planet, “this fragile earth, our island home.” It is also a reminder of how interconnected we are. The quake damaged…

The Episcopal Church gives thanks for the remarkable life and ministry of Archbishop Paul Reeves. His service broke many barriers and led the world toward greater reconciliation in Christ. May his soul rest in peace, and may he rise in glory. We pray that all who mourn may find comfort in the gathered community, where…

The Episcopal Church Office of Mission Funding will sponsor the Second Annual Symposium on the Spirituality of Philanthropy, a two-day event uniting the theological and spiritual basis of philanthropy with a useful practicum on advanced fundraising strategies and techniques, on September 29 and 30. Designed for directors of development at dioceses, parishes, and other Episcopal…

Join the Episcopal Church online gathering “1st Fridays at 4” and participate in discussions about Fresh Expressions or emergent ministries. Sponsored by the Episcopal Church Office of Ministry Redevelopment and coordinated by the Rev. Thomas Brackett, Missioner for Church Planting, Ministry Redevelopment and Fresh Expressions, the next online gathering is August 5 from 4 pm to 5:30…

The Episcopal Church Office of Communication has issued a White Paper to guide congregations and to assist them in understanding the many potentials available for growth, expansion and telling their stories through social media. Social Media and The Episcopal Church is available here: http://episcopal.ekklesia360.com/white-paper/ “So much of the information out there about using web and…

Bishop Stacy Sauls, Episcopal Church Chief Operating Officer, has announced three staff appointments in mission leadership positions. Canon Sam McDonald has been named Deputy Chief Operating Officer and Director of Mission. Antoinette Daniels has been named Associate Director of Mission for Administration. The Rev. Margaret Rose has been named Associate Director of Mission for Program….

In an innovative move of sharing resources, The Episcopal Church and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) have jointly named Sarah Kristin Dreier as Legislative Representative for International Issues for both denominations.“The appointment of Sarah Dreier to jointly serve the advocacy offices of the Episcopal Church and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America marks…

The media kit and editorial calendar for Episcopal News Service and Digital Media is here. Among the important topics on the editorial calendar are the observations on the tenth anniversary of 9/11/2001, coverage of Native American ministries, and a feature on the American Cathedral in Paris, France. “Our content is available to millions of readers…

The Rev. Canon Charles K. Robertson, PhD, Canon to Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori, is the featured speaker on Sunday, June 26 and Sunday, July 3 on “Day 1,” the nationally syndicated weekly ecumenical radio program produced by the Alliance for Christian Media. In his sermon for June 26, entitled “God Will Provide,”…

Lynnaia Rochelle Main has been named the Global Relations Officer for the Episcopal Church. The announcement of this new position was made today by Episcopal Church Mission Center Co-Directors Antoinette Daniels and the Rev. Margaret Rose. As the Global Relations Officer, Main’s responsibilities will include representing the Episcopal Church to the advisory board of the…

The Rev. Canon Robert D. Edmunds has been named the Middle East Partnership Officer for the Episcopal Church. The announcement of the new, quarter-time position was made today by Episcopal Church Mission Center Co-Directors Antoinette Daniels and the Rev. Margaret Rose. As Middle East Partnership Officer, Edmunds will serve as the liaison and communications/resource link…